May 6, 2008
of the numerous phone calls they've made (well over 30 as they've called at least once a day since April 3rd -- including Saturday and Sunday), they have only left messages twice. both times the threatening tone of voice and the message ("...calling regarding case # XXXX; your or your attorney need to call back...."). Neither time have they said who they are, where they're calling from, or for what reason. Sounds like a scam or attempt to frighten people into compliance with some shady action. Learning it is a collection agency makes more illegitimate and inappropriate their messages as they ought to be professional and leave clear specifics as to the reason they are calling. Since i'm not in arrears with any of my creditors, i can only assume they've got the wrong number. Since they're rude, and calling a spare phone that i don't carry on me anyhow, i'm fine to let them waste their time. However, were it my only and/or primary phone, i'd be livid as they haven't behaved in a responsible nor professional manner and i'd hesitate to work with them on settling a debt as they're tactics are underhanded and dirty. They need a lesson on human nature. Most people want to settle their debts but don't respond well to harassment. Jerks.